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Hornets Defeat South Carolina State for First Time in Program History

The Delaware State Lady Hornets made program history on Sunday, March 29, defeating South Carolina State University for the first time ever in Norfolk, Va.

The Hornets came out strong, capturing the doubles point with decisive play. Junior Catherine Goldman and sophomore Sia Mahajan led the way at No. 1 doubles with a 6-2 win over Amalnathan and Lecoanet. Freshmen Hannah Watkins and Maite Bou Safont clinched the point at No. 3 doubles, defeating Rajaobelina and Nedeljkovic 6-4.

In singles, senior Lucia Casas Blas extended the Hornets' lead, earning a straight-sets victory over Amalnathan, 6-3, 7-6. Sophomore Sia Mahajan followed with a thrilling performance at No. 3, winning a physical battle in two tiebreak sets, 7-6, 7-6.

Freshmen Alba Benedito and Maite Bou Safont secured the remaining points for Delaware State. Benedito delivered a strong 6-4, 6-2 win over Rajaobelina at No. 5, while Bou Safont battled back for a dramatic three-set victory at No. 6, defeating Nedeljkovic 2-6, 7-5, 10-8.

Delaware State will return to action on Monday, March 30, as they face conference rival North Carolina Central.
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Players Mentioned

Lucia  Casas Blas

Lucia Casas Blas

5' 9"
Senior
Hannah Watkins

Hannah Watkins

Freshman
Maite Bou Safont

Maite Bou Safont

Freshman
Alba Benedito

Alba Benedito

Freshman
Catherine Goldman

Catherine Goldman

Junior
Sia Mahajan

Sia Mahajan

Sophomore

Players Mentioned

Lucia  Casas Blas

Lucia Casas Blas

5' 9"
Senior
Hannah Watkins

Hannah Watkins

Freshman
Maite Bou Safont

Maite Bou Safont

Freshman
Alba Benedito

Alba Benedito

Freshman
Catherine Goldman

Catherine Goldman

Junior
Sia Mahajan

Sia Mahajan

Sophomore